Electric ice cream machines have become popular appliances in homes and commercial spaces, making it easy to enjoy fresh, homemade ice cream. Ensuring these machines are safe and reliable as their use grows is crucial. Electric appliances that don’t meet safety standards can pose risks, such as electric shocks or fires.

In India, the BIS certification for electric ice cream machines ensures they comply with strict safety and quality requirements. This government-mandated certification involves rigorous testing and inspection, guaranteeing that certified products are safe, efficient, and reliable.

In this blog, we will discuss the importance of BIS certification for electric ice cream machines, the certification process, and its benefits to manufacturers and consumers.

Overview of Indian Standard IS 302 (Part 1): 2008

The Indian Standard IS 302 (Part 1): 2008 sets the safety rules for the design and manufacture of the design and manufacture of electric irons, and other household and similar electrical appliances. This standard is aligned with the international IEC 60335-1 standard and aims to ensure the protection of users from hazards such as electric shocks, fire, and mechanical injury. It covers general conditions for testing, classification, marking, and essential construction requirements. IS 302 (Part 1) applies to appliances with rated voltage not more than 250v for single-phase and 480v for other appliances, ensuring uniformity in safety regulation across a wide range of electrical devices used in Indian households.

Products Covered Under Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances

Below, we mentioned products covered in Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances:

Benefits of Obtaining BIS Certification for Electric Ice Cream Machines

The benefits of obtaining BIS certificate for electric ice cream machines IS 302 (Part 1): 2008 are mentioned below:

1. Building Consumer Trust: The BIS certification mark instils consumer confidence, assuring them of product quality and safety.
2. Access to the market: BIS Certification facilitates market entry by demonstrating compliance with India regulatory requirements.
3. Competitive Edge: Certified products stand out in the markets, gaining a competitive advantage over non-certified counterparts.
4. Legal Compliance: Compliance with BIS standards and regulations helps manufacturers.

Who Needs BIS ISI Mark for Electric Ice Cream Machines?

The following businesses are required to obtain BIS certificate for electric ice cream machines:

• Domestic manufacture of electric ice cream machines.
• Import of these products planning to sell them in India.
• Brand owner who outsources manufacturing but sells under their label. 

Documents Required For BIS Certification for Electric Ice Cream Machines

Here’s a list of mandatory documents required for BIS Certificate for electric ice cream machines:

• Certification of incorporation/ Business License 
• GST Certificate (For India application)
• PAN Card (for Indian manufacturers)
• Factory layout and process flowchart 
• List of manufacturing equipment and machinery 
• List of testing equipment with calibration certificates 
• Technical specification/product brochure 
• Product circuit diagram and PCB layout 
• Test reports from a BIS-recognised lab 
• Affidavit and undertaking 
• Authorisation letter 
• Nomination letter of Authorised India Representative (AIR) – for foreign applicants 
• Copy of Trademark registration 
• Agreement between the AIR and the foreign manufacturer 
• Import  Export Code (IEC) of AIR 

Read More: Documents Required For BIS Registration

Process to Get BIS certification for Electric Ice Cream Machines

The process of obtaining BIS certificate for Electric ice cream machines is as follows 

• Documentation: You must prepare all necessary documents before submitting your application for BIS certification for your protective textiles products.
• Application Submission: After preparing all necessary documents. The application form and supporting documents will be submitted to the BIS portal.
• Manufacture premises audit: Following the scrutiny, the BIS will appoint an auditor to audit the manufacturing premises. During factory inspection, BIS officials will draw a sample and send it to a BIS-approved laboratory for testing.
• Sample testing: All samples collected will be tested in a BIS-approved laboratory to ensure that the products comply with applicable Indian standards.
• Grants of BIS License: If the products meet the requirements of the specified Indian standards. The manufacturer will be granted a BIS license. The license is initially granted for no less than a year and no more than two years. A renewal application and license fee must be submitted within 90 days of the license’s expiration date.

Read More: Process for getting BIS for Certification 

What Happens If Electric Ice Cream Machines Are Sold Without a BIS Certificate?

Selling a non-BIS certificate for Electric ice cream machines in India can lead to:

• Projects seizure 
• Legal penalties 
• Ban on product sales 
• Damaging to the brand’s reputation 

Hence, we recommend obtaining BIS registration for Electric ice cream machines is highly beneficial for you and your brand reputation.

Why choose ELT Corporate for BIS Certification?

At ELT Corporate, we are more than just compliance consultants-we are your long-term partners in navigating India’s complex regulatory landscape. When it comes to BIS certification for electric appliances. Especially electric ice cream machines, our deep industry knowledge and process-driven approach make us the preferred choice for manufacturers and importers across the globe.